Where is the Transmission control module located?

2011 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN
145,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MAINEAUSSIE
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I cannot find the location of the transmission control module. I've researched it and I have seen it's under the center console, in the driver's side wheel well under the liner or in the transmission. Anyone knows its precise location. It's a 2011 4 motion VW Tiguan s.
Dec 11, 2024 at 2:34 PM
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MECHTRIX
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I believe it's up under the front left wheel well under the inner liner/mud guard.
Dec 11, 2024 at 10:35 PM
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MAINEAUSSIE
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Thank you.
Dec 12, 2024 at 4:16 AM
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Yep, MECHTRIX is correct, here is the location. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
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Dec 13, 2024 at 4:57 PM
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MAINEAUSSIE
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Is there anything I need to do with the new one to like to set it when I put it in?
Dec 14, 2024 at 11:46 AM
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It does not say if it needs programming so it should be plug and play.
Dec 15, 2024 at 10:30 AM
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MAINEAUSSIE
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Okay, thank you. Now I just have to get the part delivered. Thank you so much.
Dec 15, 2024 at 11:46 AM
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No problem, please have a good week!
Dec 15, 2024 at 4:17 PM
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MECHTRIX
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Just a side note. I usually disconnect the battery for good measure while it's being installed. That way when you put it all back together and wake the car up again it will relearn the new parameters as if the old one was never removed. hope this helps.
Dec 16, 2024 at 4:32 PM
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